QA Technician Food Manufacturing - 3rd Shift / 12hr

ZipRecruiter; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the snack production industry is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure compliance with Safe Quality Food standards. Key responsibilities include documenting quality measures, communicating results, and maintaining cleanliness in the food production environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and two years of production experience.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a production environment.
• Good understanding of English.

Responsibilities

• Collect swab results and enter data into the database.
• Review results to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness of the assigned area following sanitation practices.

Skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for ensuring compliance with all Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards.

Responsibilities

1. Collect swab results and enter data into the database.
2. Review results to ensure compliance with specifications.
3. Provide feedback to operators and manufacturing managers regarding non-conforming products and packaging.
4. Communicate results according to established methods.
5. Maintain cleanliness of the assigned area following sanitation practices.
6. Inform Quality and Production Managers of any food safety issues.
7. Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and job instructions.
8. Take corrective actions when measures are out of specification.
9. Document process and quality measures.
10. Meet or exceed established targets.
11. Follow GMPs and food safety standards such as BRC or SQF.
12. Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of the workspace.
13. Verify that all products meet customer specifications.
14. Ensure production processes meet company and customer standards (e.g., Brix, Moisture).
15. Perform other duties as assigned and report idle times to team leaders and managers.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a production environment.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Good understanding of English.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Mathematical aptitude.

Company Overview

We are Tandem Foods, formed by the merger of TruFood Manufacturing and Bar Bakers. Our partnership symbolizes our commitment to collaboration and shared success. With eight facilities nationwide, we produce a variety of better-for-you snacks, including bars, chocolates, cookies, wafers, and granola. We are dedicated to innovation, trust, and delivering exceptional results, as reflected in our motto, "Powered by Collaboration."